What’s New on Netflix This Weekend: New Netflix Originals, Taylor Lautner, Comedy Series, And More

It’s Friday, which means one thing and one things only: You’re just hours away from slamming your computer shut, running out of your office, and reuniting with your one true love — Netflix. As soon as the clock strikes five, get ready to suit down and embrace the wonderful world of streaming content available at your disposal.

From British comedies starring a shirtless Taylor Lautner, Cuckoo, and your newest California obsession, Flaked, to heart-breaking Kristen Wiig dramas, Hateship, Loveship, and new episodes of your favorite podcast-turned-comedy-series, Comedy Bang! Bang!: Netflix has you covered all weekend long. Below we’ve curated some of the new shows and movies that you absolutely need to watch, but we’ve also listed out everything new to the service this weekend. Don’t forget to check out our complete list of Everything New on Netflix Streaming March 2016, so you never miss a new must-watch. Kick back, open a bottle of wine, and press play.

STREAM IMMEDIATELY: Cuckoo Season Two *Netflix Original

Do you want to see Taylor Lautner as an ever-optimistic former cult member? The answer to that is obviously “yes,” which is why you need to press play on the British comedy, Cuckoo. Season One originally starred Andy Samberg as the drug-loving and earthy new addition to a typical British home, but with Samberg’s busy schedule, his leading man role was replaced by Lautner. Think of Season Two as Meet the Parents meets Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. Plus, this one gets bonus points for shirtless Lautner scenes.

WHEN YOU’RE IN A CALIFORNIA MOOD: Flaked: Series Premiere *Netflix Original

Reconnect with your inner cynicism with the actor who portrays comedic depression best: Will Arnett. In this latest addition to Netflix’s dramedy line-up, the Arrested Development and BoJack Horseman star takes on the role of Chip, a self-help guru who is trying to stay ahead of his own lies. If you loved Californiacation, there’s a big chance you’ll like this introspective and bleak comedy. Just don’t stream all at once if you’re not in the most stable mood.

GROUND-BREAKING COMEDY: The Characters: Series Premiere *Netflix Original

Though this series is lacking the big name push, this is one people need to be talking about, if only for Natasha Rothwell’s LEGENDARY “Basic Bitch” music video. The premise is elegantly simple: eight episodes, eight comedians, no rules. Each of the series’ eight creators are free to use their episode however they please, and the results are as smart as they are hilarious. Get in on the ground floor of this stellar Netflix comedy by watching this weekend.

Other movies and shows now available

Hateship, Loveship (2013): Kristen Wiig stars as a caretaker of a teenage girl who believes that her charge’s father is falling in love with her. However, things take an unexpected (and cruel) turn in this indie drama. Teenagers really suck, you guys.

Comedy Bang! Bang!: Season Four Part IIIDigimon Fusion: Season Two *Netflix ExclusiveDinotrux: Season Two *Netflix OriginalHalo: The Fall of Reach (2015)Hateship Loveship (2013)Poppies: Season Two *Netflix OriginalThe Returned: Season One *Netflix Exclusive (Psst … this one has been labelled Decider’s Next Big Binge)Shelter (2015) Available 3.12Sin Filtro (2016)